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(As finalized at joint IPS Council and Vision 2020 meeting, June 2016, Warsaw)

Vision

The International Planetarium Society will be the creative and supportive resource for innovation, advancement, and cooperation among the planetariums worldwide.

Mission—Why do we exist?

To provide the planetarium community professional development, science literacy and arts/humanities awareness, innovative ideas, and partnerships in order to enhance the world’s appreciation and understanding of our universe.

Values—What do we stand for?

Science as a way to understand the world; Inclusivity of and respect for cultures; Sharing knowledge; Openness to discovery and new ideas; Service excellence; Leadership in our field.

Objectives—What are we committed to do?

I. Provide education and share knowledge

II. Support discovery and innovation

III. Connect to the broader scientific community

IV. Serve our Members

V. Thrive as an Organization

VI. Lead international collaborations

Strategies: How will we achieve our long-term goals?

A. Help planetarians to communicate new discoveries, data, education experiences and practices